What are some helpful tips for moving into first apartment?

SheSaidIthink I’ll Go to BosI am moving into my first apartment by myself in a few weeks. Its a one bedroom, and the guy who rented before is leaving a lot of his things (bed, entertainment center, kitchen table, etc). What is some advice, or things I need to buy in order to have a gorgeous apartment that I will love? Thanks everyone!! The guy who had the apartment before me is a family friend– so its not like its creepy or anything. I am definitly buying a new mattress though. And ... Read More


Who would you recommend for moving companies?

zmanphotoWe are moving cross country from Manhattan (NYC) to Los Angeles. Does anyone have first hand experience with a moving company? If you did not move from the 5 boroughs, please do not respond. Thank you. ... Read More


What delivery or moving companies can help me transport a dining room set in south NJ?

divinemadnessi need to move a dining room set (table, 4 chairs, hutch) its about 1 hour drive, what kind of delivery or moving companies can help me do this for cheap? ... Read More


How do you move a piano down a flight of stairs? (Without hiring a moving company)?

Carrie BMy sister is moving her piano out of our second floor apartment, and has a couple of friends to help her. We are wondering if there are any tips/tricks/methods for moving a piano down a flight of stairs? ... Read More


Tips for moving into a college dorm for the first time?

AshOI’m moving into my college dorm on Saturday and was wondering if anyone has any good tips for packing up my stuff and moving. I’m in a single with my own bathroom and will share a kitchen and living room with 5 other girls. Also, any suggestions on things I should bring? Thanks for your help. ... Read More


moving out on friday got any tips?

IV:XXhubby and i are moving into our first apartment together on friday, does anyone have any tips for making the moving process easier? ... Read More


What are the first steps you should take when moving to another country?

I Just Want A Quiet Place To CryI currenty am in the US and plan on moving to New Zealand in about a year and a half. Am I gonna need to sell all my furniture and large items, and buy replacements once I move to New Zealand? Just any basic information or tips on moving out-of-country would be appreciated especially from anyone with experience. 98% of New Zealanders speak English. ... Read More


When moving in with a roomate. How to decide what is yours and what you can put in the kitchen, apt?

sillygalI’m moving in for the first time with a guy I met online, he has a room for rent that I’m renting out. I have things like a microwave my own dishes, etc etc. How does it work in a roomate situation when you are bringing all these things? I don’t want to get rid of them incase I move out again. Any advice is great. Thanks. ... Read More


What do you need when moving into your first apartment?

NSNightRavenI have a 16 month old daughter and just her and I are moving into our first home, a 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. I am trying to compile a list of items that we need when we first move into the apartment. I can think of a few basic items, but I’m sure I’m missing some really useful items to get for in the home. ... Read More


What do I need to consider when moving into a furnished flat?

Ruth FWhat do I need to think about? I’m moving into a new flat soon, it’s fully furnished, shared with a few other people (same kind of thing as a student flat, in the layout etc, only it’s not students). All the stuff I’ve found about moving out for the first time seems to be for unfurnished places, so i dont need to buy furniture or anything. What do I need to think about/be prepared for? Any advice? ... Read More